Do you want to learn more about "S-FRAME"? There is dedicated training!

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Available on demand, you can access recorded instructor led training courses on the S-FRAME Suite Tools.  These recordings can be accessed in the Learning Centre's Course Catalogue (learn.altair.com/totara/catalog).

Select the course(s) of your choice, and enroll to participate.  Training manuals, and model files are provided.

Available on demand training courses include:

1. Introduction to S-FRAME (approximately 4 hours) - Great for new users looking to learn S-FRAME, or existing users looking to sharpen their skills.  Focuses on learning the interface, building simple models, performing linear static analysis and post-processing.
2. Advanced S-FRAME Analysis (approximately 4 hours) - A good follow-up to the Introduction to S-FRAME training.  Further modeling skills are discussed such as Physical Member Modeling, Basics of Meshing, Rigid Links, and more.  The 2nd half of the course also goes into Moving Load Analysis, P-Delta, and Nonlinear Static Analysis, and Vibration Analysis.
3. Finite Element Applications in S-FRAME (approximately 6 hours) - This course introduces users to the concepts of 2D element meshing, analysis, and post-processing.  The introduction is mostly theoretical, before we dive into applications in S-FRAME.  The applications include meshing best practices, understanding 2D element contours, strip and wall integration lines, and much more.
4. Concrete Design & Optimization (approximately 3 hours) - This course covers how to use S-CONCRETE and S-LINE for reinforced concrete sections, and continuous beam design.  We will go through how to use the interface, and solve a number of problems that are also solved by hand using different design codes.
5. Steel Design & Optimization (approximately 4 hours) - In this course we will explore how to use S-FRAME's Steel Design tool S-STEEL.  This involves recommendations for proper analysis model setup, consideration of geometric imperfections, design groups, code compliance checks, section design, and design reports.
6. Advanced Steel Design (Approximately 3 hours) - In this course we expand on the knowledge taught in the Steel Design & Optimization to cover topics on Tapered Section Design, Composite Beam Design (more information can be found here), Double Angle Sections, Report Settings, Scratch Pad, and more.
7. Foundation Analysis and Design (Approximately 4 hours) - This course introduces users to S-FOUNDATION.  We will discuss the interface, interaction with S-FRAME, and its use as a standalone application.  Users will learn how to define shallow foundations, and those modeled with piles, how to perform analysis/design, and how to interpret the results.
8. Timber Analysis and Design (Approximately 3 hours) - This course will introduce users to S-TIMBER.  Topics include an introduction to S-TIMBER's interface, model building, loading, analysis, code compliance checks, and post-processing.
9. Dynamics for Structural Engineers (Approximately 8 hours) - In this course users are introduced to Dynamic Analysis from the perspective of a Civil/Structural Engineer.  A portion of the time is dedicated to the theory of dynamics, while the rest is focused on the applications in S-FRAME.  Topics include Single Degree of Freedom Systems, Damping, Free and Forced Vibrations, Response Spectrum Analysis, Time History Analysis, Ground-Motion Response, Vibration Isolation, and more.
10. Seismic Analysis in S-FRAME (Approximately 6 hours) - This course is a great follow-up to the Dynamics course.  We discuss more code specific details related to Response Spectrum, and Equivalent Static/Lateral Force Procedures.  We review modeling of Rigid Diaphragms, Time History Analysis, Quasi-Static (Pushover) Analysis, and Nonlinear Material Modeling.
11. Nonlinear and P-Delta Analysis (Approximately 10 hours) - This course discusses 2nd order analysis options available in S-FRAME.  Learn how to predict buckling loads accurately, and analyze models that include advanced structural elements: cables, hooks, gaps, link beams, tension/compression-only members, nonlinear springs, plasticity, hysteretic behavior, and more.  Compare results from different analysis types, and understand the reasons behind the differences, their advantages, and their disadvantages.